CNN recently ran a fascinating article about the expanding use of technology in the field of home care for seniors with Alzheimer’s and dementia, allowing them to remain independently in their homes longer.
You’ve probably heard of “call for help” bracelet or necklace devices, but did you know that a wireless sensor attached to...
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Shared Office Space Available to Lease in Hingham
Are you a South Shore professional in search of a nice, sunny, 14 x 12 corner office? Our law firm consists of two attorneys and an assistant – we would like to add another professional to our suite. We have a top-floor space that consists of three offices, a spacious conference room, and a...
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Friendship Home’s First Annual Walk With Friends
Friendship Home in Norwell is hosting its First Annual Walk with Friends on Sunday, June 22, 2014. The 5K (3.1 mile) walk will take place at Wompatuck State Park in Hingham. This family-friendly event will raise funds and awareness for Friendship Home. Here are some more details if you’re interested in participating:
Registration is...
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Shred Day This Saturday 9/21 @ South Shore Bank
Received this email:
Shred Day
Saturday, September 21, 2013
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Pembroke Branch
75 Washington Street, Pembroke
For those who feel like they are buried in personal documents that they don't want to throw out for fear of identity theft, South Shore...
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Scammers Abound with Health Care Reform Starting Soon
Michelle Singletary has done it again. I love her columns. Read her latest column on how to watch out for scammers pretending to help you enroll under the Affordable Care Act.
A few hot tips:
If you get an unsolicited call regarding health care insurance, hang up.
Never give out personal information such as credit card...
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Testifying at the State House
Last week, I headed to the State House to once again testify on bills that could plug some holes in the MassHealth nursing home payment system and make things a bit easier for families caring for frail elders.
The shorthand for this bill is the "transfer of assets" bill. It comes down to...
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Art is for Everyone at the YMCA
It's back! This year's free arts event is being held at the South Shore YMCA in Hanover. It's a unique partership between the Y, the Cardinal Cushing Centers, and the Friendship Home.
Thursday evening, August 15th from 4-8 pm. BBQ, interactive art stations, and then a live auction...
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Rental Wheelchair Vans Available from VERC
First I've ever heard of this concept. What a great idea for people who've given up their cars but still occasionally want to get out with family or friends. Love it! Check out VERC's website for more info.
The Elderly & Special Needs Patients and the Fiscal Cliff
In all the fiscal cliff nonsense of the last few weeks, here are a few provisions that affect the elderly and the disabled:
1. Remember how doctors were being threatened with a 27% pay cut for their Medicare patients? That threat went away. For a year. Set your clocks now for December 2013 when we...
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Nurses & Social Workers – CEU Workshop Series Starts This Week
Two-Part Workshop Series: I Want to Go Home! Helping Your Patients Go Home and Stay at Home for as Long as Possible. This Friday 9/14 (Part 1) and next Friday 9/21 (Part 2). Held at Wingate Silver Lake. Doors open at 7:00a, program is 7:30a - 8:45a. Wingate will be serving breakfast. Social...
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